A sewer line clog can be among your most annoying and debilitating plumbing issues. But even so, among all components that made up an entire house, your sewer line is one of most ignored parts. Like most homeowners, you may understand that the line is part of a drain system which carries away wastewater to a public treatment plant, or a septic tank, or some other sewage treatment facilities. Although the pipe used as your sewer line is designed to last for decades, there is always a possibility that it will get clogged. The reasons include issues such as tree roots and assorted debris. The overall condition of the pipe is most likely fine and in good working condition. But clogging can render a portion of your system, or your entire sewer line, useless. Trust A Professional For Long lasting Sewer Line Clog Relief A little bit of clogging caused by food residue or toilet paper is quite easy to deal with. However, stubborn obstructions due to accumulation of grease, tree roots, sagging pipe, or even a collapsed sewer line is going to be more difficult and expensive to repair. In most cases these jobs are best left to Balkan Drain Cleaning. Unless you can clear the line using a plunger, some drain cleaner, or can use your hands (wear gloves!), call a pro. Balkan is based on Jamaica Avenue, in Richmond Hill, NY. The company is one of the most reputable and experienced plumbing service all across the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan area. A fleet of fully stocked service trucks and trained technicians is your assurance of...

A properly installed and maintained drain system promises cleanliness and healthy wastewater removal from inside your house. Just like most things, however, periodic cleaning and regular checks are necessary. That enables you to notice even the slightest issues and then address them right away before they become larger problems. An annual check is also a good idea to prevent frozen drain lines as Winter arrives. As Winter 2018 approaches, you should check to see if your drain pipe network, including sewer traps, roof leaders, and gutter lines, are all in good shape. This will help enable them to withstand the inevitable freezing temperature. Also check for underwater pipe installation to see if it is deep and insulated enough. Frozen drain lines can cost you a lot of money to repair, and put you out of service. Your plumbing system handles wastewater from both inside and outside of your house. An elaborate network of pipe not only sends wastewater to the city sewer, but also redirects water from rain and melting ice or snow. During Winter, with the lack of heat from the sun, the ice may not melt at all until the season changes. On the other hand, a freeze thaw cycle can create a flood of water. While frozen snow is almost a certainty, there are many things you can do to minimize potential for frozen drain lines. This will also reduce the chances of severe damage to your plumbing or property. Four common causes of Frozen Drain Lines Exposed water lines Gutter lines and downspouts are exposed to extreme cold temperature almost all the time during Winter....

Drainage problems are among the most unhygienic, awkward and inconvenient issues in the construction industry. They always end up in unsanitary, undesirable and uncomfortable conditions. These conditions include flooding, backed up wastewater and sewage, awful odors, dirty and environmental polluting agents. They create perfect conditions for disease propagation, cause financial losses due to other types of potential damage and resource wastage. Therefore, it is always prudent to fix drainage problems with urgency upon their detection. Any of a vast number of drainage problems can warrant the need for plumbing and sewer repair services. When that happens, depending on the cause and extent of the problem, you need an appropriate, cost-effective and durable plumbing solution. Sometimes a straightforward, do-it-yourself method, can fix drainage problems. Other times, one may need expert drain cleaning services. As a non-expert, it may be difficult to discern the type of drain problem, and to determine its remedy properly. It is always advisable, however, to have some knowledge on such matters. It helps one understand the basics of how your drain system works. Always remain mindful on proper drainage care practices, and to know the various types of services available. Your level of knowledge helps to ensure the most suitable solution for a drain problem. Inspect a property to ensure a proper drain system before you purchase A drainage system’s framework comprises pipes and drain lines as its essential parts. Any problem with the pipes and sewer lines is, therefore, a potentially or already severe problem. The first step to handling or avoiding a plumbing disaster in any residential or commercial building is to ensure that...

New York City has one of the most elaborate networks of water mains and sewers in the country. Millions of buildings, both private properties and commercial establishments, are stretched between the city’s water supply and wastewater treatment facilities. The numbers are quite staggering when considering all five boroughs of New York City. There are at least 6000 miles of water pipes, 135000 catch basins, 494 sewer overflows, and 14 wastewater treatment plans. In short, subsurface plumbing in NYC is a nightmare for the inexperienced. After all drain cleaning possibilities have been exhausted, only licensed NYC sewer repair contractors have the resources and knowledge to handle more severe problems. Licensed contractors can correct improper plumbing damage or defects, without compromising your existing installation. The Bureau of Wastewater Treatment, as part of New York City Department of Environmental Protection, manages the maintenance and operation of all facilities related to wastewater treatment. Homeowners are responsible for plumbing issues that occur in their properties due to any number of reasons. Considering the aforementioned fact, that NYC’s network of subsurface plumbing is quite a maze, it is therefore necessary for NYC sewer repair contractors to possess the required skills to solve problems in your delicate pipe connections and installations. Hire professional NYC sewer repair contractors to protect your entire system One of the best things about the NYC potable plumbing system is that the water supply for all five boroughs is protected by the undisturbed natural filtration system of the Catskill Mountains watershed. As a result, NYC is one of only four major cities in the United States where the majority of drinking water...

A knowledgeable drain unclogger understands all types of plumbing connections. This is regardless of the materials, and specific design. They also understand that drain lines are subject to clogging. Everyday usage causes wear and tear, and sediment build up. This means that regular maintenance is mandatory to keep wastewater running and flowing properly to the right direction. Any overflow or backup are indications a severe condition has already occurred. In some cases, drain pipe replacement is the only plausible remedy. That occurs in about 1 in 10 cases. The good thing is that you can prevent most costly repairs by performing regular maintenance to check for early symptoms and issues. Some conditions, such as slow drainage or gurgling sounds from the drain, are the early warning signs of clogging. A clogged drain is probably the most common plumbing issue of them all. The DIY (dot-it-yourself) problem With the Internet available as a guide that provides a seemingly unlimited source of knowledge, every plumbing issue may appear as DIY-friendly. For a while now, most notably in the United States, there has been a DIY craze on all sorts of household disciplines including plumbing. It is as if everybody thinks that plumbing issues are never too difficult that they require professional. There is nothing wrong with DIY plumbing. As long as you know what you are doing, and are equipped with the right tools for the jobs. The biggest concern with DIY is that people make use of simple equipment – designed to tackle simple tasks – to handle more complex jobs. While in some very few cases basic tools can...

Walking downstairs and seeing a basement drain backing up, with a pond of dirty water, is the nightmare of every homeowner. Drains in the basement floor are often forgotten and neglected until water begins to gurgle back up instead of flowing out as it should. A basement drain backing up is also one the most difficult clogs to diagnose, as water seeks the lowest level to escape. Therefore, the source of the clog may is usually not the basement floor drain itself. Thankfully basement drain backups are fixable by a knowledgeable sewer and drain cleaning contractor. Water backing up into the basement from the basement drain usually indicates an obstruction, but that obstruction can be virtually at any point in your home drainage system. That’s why calling a professional drain service is so important. There are several different types of drains in a basement such as: In-floor drains Bathroom systems with toilet and sink drains Kitchen drains for the sink and dishwasher Drains for other appliances such as laundry washing machines Finding the clog causing the basement to swim in dirty water is often difficult. Water under pressure is constantly seeking the lowest and easiest way of escaping. This means that a clog in the washing machine drain could result in water coming out of the floor drain. This deception makes diagnosing the clog difficult but not impossible. In other cases a main house sewer clog will result in a basement drain backing up. Unless the point of a clog is pin pointed, opening the wrong clean out can result in a flood of sewer water. Clearing a basement...